Category Archives: Performing Arts

A Leisure for Less Post: Walt Whitman in Brooklyn

Posted on June 5, 2013 by

Hi F&F, Brooklyn has a rich literary history. Many noteworthy authors have called Kings County home and even more have found the place inspiring.  Walt Whitman falls into both camps. The great American poet once lived in the borough and … Continue reading →

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All the Parks a Stage in Summer: A Leisure for Less Post

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

Hi F&F, Quickly; tell me what word comes to mind when you think about the word summer?  (It would be great if you would post your word  in  the comments) Ok; did you do it? Come on; play along.  I’ll … Continue reading →

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Leisure for Less: You can Check out More Than Books at Your Local Library

Posted on December 10, 2011 by

Hi F&F, I place reading high on my list of leisure time activities. Reading educates, entertains, and energizes me; so it’s no wonder that libraries are some of my favorite places to hang out; but I do a lot more … Continue reading →

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Leisure for Less: The New York Theatre Ballet Production of The Nutcracker

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

Hi F&F, I am a part of the 99%, but I have 1% tastes.  You might think this would make for a miserable life; filled with the tension and disappointment that comes from wanting. It does not; because I was … Continue reading →

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The Spoon River Project: Theater in the Burial Ground

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

Hi F&F, I’ve been to theater in the round but, last night I experienced something different; theater in the ground; burial ground that is. Last night I attend a production of the Spoon River Project at the historic Green-Wood Cemetery located in Brooklyn, New … Continue reading →

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